University of Wisconsin–Madison

Category: Facilities

Campus cooling – all buildings reopened

On August 10, 2026, all closed and partially closed buildings reopened. Please see the August 10 update for details. Visit the FAQ page for additional information, including new questions and answers about building condition and safety.

Building cooling issue: information for the SMPH community

Many UW–Madison buildings are experiencing higher than normal temperatures and humidity due to a broken chilled water line. Cooling capacity is prioritized for critical areas such as patient care, research infrastructure (including freezers and research animal care), and mitigating impacts to in-person instruction.